'The Oregon Wine Country Half Marathon returns to the Willamette Valley in September. The route features a beaufiful course through the heart of Oregon Wine Country in Yamhill Count. The run begins at 7 a.m. Sunday, September 4 at Stoller Vineyards and finishes in the town of Carlton. To celebrate the conclusion of the race, a Wine & Music Festival will be held in Carlton from 9:15 to noon.

Other events are also planned in conjunction with the race. Even if you are not running, you're sure to enjoy watching the race, the music and simply being in the beautiful wine Country of Oregon. Check out the half marathon web site at www.run4oregonwine.com.

The R.R. Thompson House, located just three blocks from the race's destination in Carlton, still has availability for the Oregon Wine Country Half Marathon this coming Labor Day weekend. Please call 503-852-6236 to reserve.

The Half Marathon is organized by Destination Races in partnership with the Willamette Valley Wineries Association and other local businesses."

Should the RR Thompson House fill up I'm sure the innkeeper will direct you to the other Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild member inns located in or near Carlton